Rural Estate Manager - Strategic Leadership Role in Public Sector Land Management
Location: Cambridgeshire (Hybrid working available)
Type: Temporary - 6 - 12 months
Salary: Competitive rate
An exceptional opportunity has arisen with one of our valued public sector clients for an experienced and forward-thinking Rural Estate Manager to lead the operational and strategic management of a significant rural estate spanning over 14,000 hectares.
This senior role offers the chance to shape and deliver the long-term vision of a high-value rural asset portfolio (valued at £245 million), which generates over £6 million in annual revenue and supports nearly 170 tenant-run rural enterprises. The estate also plays a crucial role in environmental stewardship, climate change mitigation, and enhancing biodiversity and public access.
About the Role
As Rural Estate Manager, you will lead a dedicated team of chartered surveyors and a Farms Officer, overseeing a complex portfolio of agricultural, environmental, and renewable energy interests. You will be responsible for:
Driving the estate's strategic development and delivering a refreshed Rural Asset Management Strategy.
Leading operational estate functions including landlord and tenant relations, maintenance, capital projects, and sustainability initiatives.
Providing expert advice to internal stakeholders, council members, auditors, and national bodies.
Overseeing financi...